Instant Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Add onion, bacon, and butter to the hot pot and sauté until bacon is crispy, 5 to 8 minutes. Turn off Sauté function and transfer contents to a small bowl.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Add potatoes, water, and garlic base to pot and close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Mash potatoes against the side of the pot, leaving some chunks if desired. Add onion-bacon mixture and half-and-half; stir to combine.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Ladle into soup bowls and top with green onions, Cheddar cheese, and black pepper.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (6 servings total)